JEE Main 2017 — Biomolecules Question with Solution
JEE Main 2017 (08 Apr Online)
Question
Among the following, the essential amino acid is:
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Correct answer
AValine
Step-by-step explanation
Valine is an α-amino acid that is used in the biosynthesis of proteins. It contains an α-amino group, an α-carboxylic acid group, and a side chain isopropyl group, making it a non-polar aliphatic amino acid
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